Osteoporosis, Sex and Fracture Risk: What’s Actually Safe?

<p>Can you safely have sex with osteoporosis? In this episode, Dr. Doug Lucas explores what the research says about osteoporosis, intimacy and fracture risk. Learn how spine positioning, body mechanics and communication can help you feel more confident navigating intimacy after an osteoporosis diagnosis. We also look beyond physical safety to the role fear, trust and feeling safe in your body can play in sexual health and quality of life.<strong>Study Links</strong><a href="https://osteoporosis.org.za/osteoporosis-sexual-intercourse-safe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://osteoporosis.org.za/osteoporosis-sexual-intercourse-safe/</a><a href="https://academic.oup.com/rheumatology/article-abstract/40/9/1065/1788032" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://academic.oup.com/rheumatology/article-abstract/40/9/1065/1788032</a><a href="https://osteoporosis.org.za/osteoporosis-sexual-intercourse-safe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://osteoporosis.org.za/osteoporosis-sexual-intercourse-safe/</a><a href="https://osteoporosis.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017-08-23-COPING-FINAL-1.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://osteoporosis.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017-08-23-COPING-FINAL-1.pdf</a><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24669855/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24669855/</a><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11760842/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11760842/</a><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15979023/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15979023/</a><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22195529/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22195529/</a><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11898699/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11898699/</a><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30777780/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30777780/</a><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17715410/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17715410/</a><a href="https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11930-015-0046-x" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11930-015-0046-x</a><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27612606/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27612606/</a><strong>🦴 Stronger Bones. Healthier Future.</strong>I’m Dr. Doug Lucas, and my mission is to help you protect your bones, balance your hormones, and extend your healthspan. On my channel, we focus on osteoporosis prevention, bone strength, hormones, and longevity because strong bones aren’t just about avoiding fractures. They’re the foundation for a longer, healthier life.📚 <strong>Join me for a FREE Live Masterclass</strong>Want to get your questions answered, hear real-life osteoporosis reversal stories, and learn the 5 Bone Health Mistakes to Avoid? I’ll share proven strategies to build bone density, improve bone quality, and protect your healthspan, straight from my experience as a Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon &amp; Osteoporosis Reversal Specialist. 🔗 <strong>Register here for FREE: </strong><a href="https://www.osteocollective.com/build-bone" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.osteocollective.com/build-bone</a><strong>💻 The OsteoCollective</strong> A global community dedicated to bone health &amp; longevity. Learn, connect, and take action: <a href="https://www.osteocollective.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.osteocollective.com</a><strong>Let&#39;s connect!</strong>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dr_douglucas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/dr_douglucas/</a>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/doug.lucas.18" target="_blank" rel="noopener nor